Object Details
Photograph by
David D. Spitzer, American
Subject of
Milt Jackson, American, 1923 - 1999
Description
A black-and-white photograph of jazz percussionist Milt Jackson playing the vibraphone during a performance in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Jackson is photographed from the waist up in front of his vibraphone. He holds a mallet in each hand and wears a dark suit and vest with a white collared shirt.
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of David D. Spitzer
Date
1980
Object number
2012.164.131
Restrictions & Rights
© David D. Spitzer
Permission required for use. Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
Type
gelatin silver prints
portraits
Medium
silver and photographic gelatin on photographic paper
Dimensions
H x W (Image): 13 3/4 x 10 in. (34.9 x 25.4 cm)
H x W (Sheet): 13 7/8 x 10 in. (35.3 x 25.4 cm)
H x W (Matted): 20 x 16 in. (50.8 x 40.6 cm)
Place captured
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida, United States, North and Central America
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National Museum of African American History and Culture Collection
Classification
Photographs and Still Images
Data Source
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Topic
African American
Instrumentalists (Musicians)
Jazz (Music)
Photography
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmaahc_2012.164.131